Senior Project Engineer – Integrated Systems Test & Validation, Systems Engineering & Integration

The Aerospace Corporation

. Work closely with the SE&I Office and Vehicle Office Managers, particularly focusing on operations-related products .

Posted 10/26/2026part-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesSenior💰 $90 - $105 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in systems engineering and integration within the aerospace industry, with a strong focus on test and validation methods. Proven ability to manage projects, develop schedules, and facilitate effective communication across diverse teams and stakeholders.

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Systems EngineeringTest And Validation (T&V)Project ManagementDocumentation Change PackagesProcess Improvement

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Hard Skills

Systems Engineering ProcessesTest And Validation MethodsSchedule DevelopmentTechnical Issue ResolutionDocumentation Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsDetail-OrientedTeam LeadershipInitiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Systems EngineeringU.S. CitizenshipAbility To Obtain Security Clearance

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringNASACommercial Low Earth Orbit Development ProgramSystems Engineering & Integration ProcessesMulti-Disciplinary Systems Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with the SE&I Office and Vehicle Office Managers, particularly focusing on operations-related products
Develop and maintain SE&I product schedules to support key program milestones and ensure timely delivery of products
Provide senior-level integration systems test and validation (T&V) support, including detailed planning and execution
Develop approaches for alternate standards adjudication, including T&V panel approaches, charters, work instructions, and evaluation of waivers, deviations, and exceptions
Support evaluation of testing and verification approaches to ensure they meet program requirements and standards
Develop and coordinate documentation change packages, ensuring stakeholder review and organizing technical interchange meetings to resolve technical issues
Support program office reviews by preparing review materials and summarizing outcomes
Identify program process improvement opportunities and provide actionable recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in systems engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field
10 or more years of increasingly responsible professional engineering/scientific experience, including multi-disciplinary systems engineering and/or program management environments
Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems engineering and integration within the aerospace industry
Strong understanding of systems engineering processes, including test and validation (T&V) methods and practices
Excellent project management skills, with experience in developing and maintaining schedules
Proven ability to identify process improvements and provide effective recommendations
Demonstrated experience in developing and coordinating documentation change packages and technical issue resolution
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate and collaborate with various stakeholders and teams
Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and quality
Ability to work in a quick-paced, small core team that leads technical discussions across a large technical community and influences teams across the NASA enterprise
Initiative and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers
Excellent teaming and leadership skills with an ability to multi-task across various issues/disciplines simultaneously
Excellent presentation and communications skills, including development of and briefing of decision packages and complex information in a succinct and polished manner
Experience working across diverse teams and many different engineering disciplines
Position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. government
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance
Advanced degree preferred
Advanced STEM degree, experience with NASA’s Commercial Low Earth Orbit Development Program or similar aerospace programs, familiarity with NASA’s Systems Engineering & Integration processes and standards, ten years of experience with NASA spacecraft systems, and experience performing or leading technical and programmatic tasks for NASA are advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect